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Carrie-Ann Moss, aka Trinity from The Matrix, was surrounded by raining offers after the movie concluded a successful trilogy in 2003. Moss was going through a significant life-changing phase; she had to choose between the limelight and motherhood. Contemplating what she wanted more in the long run, the Die Alone actress took a willing break from her career to embrace motherhood.

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The Matrix, a sci-fi cocktail spilling the trajectory of multiple realities, was first released in 1999, directed by Lana and Lilly Wachowski. The movie followed two sequels, The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions, in 2003 after attaining a remarkable triumph from fans and critics alike. Moss tasted the path of glory with the sci-fi trilogy starring alongside Keanu Reeves but decided to bid farewell to the cinema, only to return with more.

Carrie-Ann Moss embraced motherhood over films after The Matrix...

After The Matrix made Carrie-Anne Moss a household name, she was offered a wave of major Hollywood roles. However, at the time, the actor opted to turn them down.

Speaking to The Independent, Moss said she decided to step away from acting to focus on raising her family. "After The Matrix was such a big deal, I took a big, big break to have children and be with them," she said. "I remember being torn, having a little twinge like, 'Gosh, I’m getting offered such great things. That would be such a huge deal.' And I was holding my baby in my arms, and I remember thinking, 'At the end of my life, will it matter to me that I have another movie on my résumé? Or will it matter to me that I held my baby?' And I instantly thought, no. It was just a no-brainer.

Carrie-Anne Moss has spoken about stepping away from Hollywood at the height of her career to focus on raising her children. The actress, best known for playing Trinity in The Matrix franchise, turned down major film offers following the success of the trilogy to prioritize her family.

“After The Matrix was such a big deal, I took a big, big break to have children and be with them,” Moss said in a recent interview with The Independent. “I remember being torn, having a little twinge like, ‘Gosh, I’m getting offered such great things. That would be such a huge deal.’ And I was holding my baby in my arms, and I remember thinking, ‘At the end of my life, will it matter to me that I have another movie on my résumé? Or will it matter to me that I held my baby?’ And I instantly thought, no. It was just a no-brainer.

Carrie-Anne Moss has no regrets about choosing to focus on motherhood over her career.

During a recent interview with The Independent, the actress opened up about her reasoning for turning down big movie deals at the height of her career, when The Matrix franchise was skyrocketing.

“After The Matrix was such a big deal, I took a big, big break to have children and be with them,” Moss explained. “I remember being torn, having a little twinge like, ‘Gosh, I’m getting offered such great things. That would be such a huge deal.'”

She continued, “And I was holding my baby in my arms, and I remember thinking, ‘At the end of my life, will it matter to me that I have another movie on my résumé? Or will it matter to me that I held my baby?’ And I instantly thought, no. It was just a no-brainer. And...

Carrie-Anne Moss recently gave an interview to The Independent and said she has no regrets after pulling back from her acting career amid the skyrocketing success of “The Matrix” franchise. Moss starred as Trinity opposite Keanu Reeves and Laurence Fishburne in the Wachowski’s 1999 action classic and its two sequels, “The Matrix Reloaded” and “The Matrix Revolutions,” both released in 2003. She strategically declined major offers after the trilogy wrapped in order to become a mom and prioritize her family.

“After ‘The Matrix’ was such a big deal, I took a big, big break to have children and be with them,” Moss told the publication. “I remember being torn, having a little twinge like ‘Gosh, I’m getting offered such great things. That would be such a huge deal.’ And I was holding my baby in my arms, and I remember thinking, ‘At the end of my life, will it matter...

Paramount’s free streaming service, Pluto TV, has revealed its March highlights. The Pluto TV March 2025 lineup celebrates Women’s History Month with powerhouse performances, legendary directors, and female-led stories in every genre. Pluto TV is also spotlighting its On-Demand section, where you can find sections specially curated by programmers.

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Queen Latifah, Jada Pinkett Smith, and Vivica A. Fox starred in a 1996 heist thriller called Set It Off, and it's currently number one on Tubi. Directed by F. Gary Gray, the film was released in November 1996 and was a box office hit, earning nearly $41.2 million at the global box office on a production budget of $9 million. It currently has a 70% critical rating and 89% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Set It Off's official plot reads:

Desperation drives four inner-city women to bank robbery in Los Angeles, then they start mistrusting each other.

The film follows a group of friends working together at a janitorial service after Frankie (Fox) loses her job as a bank teller. Joining her are Cleo (Queen Latifah), Stony (Pinkett Smith), and Tisean "T.T." (Kimberly Elise). The friends decide to rob banks and are successful at first, but soon they begin to mistrust each other while...

How many movies arrive with the seismic thunder of The Matrix? Debuting to little fanfare in 1999, the movie became a sensation. Suddenly, black leather, trenchcoats, and sleek sunglasses became all the rage. Other movies rushed to parody and pilfer the film’s fight choreography. And in a feat matched only by Star Wars, The Matrix spawned its own religion. Suffice it to say anticipation ran high for the arrival of The Matrix Reloaded four years later.

In another feat also only matched by Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, The Matrix Reloaded debuted to Leviathan hype. Warner Bros. promoted the film with 24-hour showings in cinemas, but this time, the audience walked away feeling cheated and confused. In fact, despite earning positive reviews and doing mammoth box office, The Matrix Reloaded gained — and still maintains — a reputation as one of the worst sequels of all time. Thus, the time has come...

Keanu Reeves Villain Pick (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Keanu Reeves has squared up against some legendary baddies. Rogue AI. Deadly assassins. Samurai warlords. But when asked about his most iconic big-screen foe, he didn’t even blink. “I mean, it’s gotta be Smith, right? Agent Smith. Hugo Weaving.”

No shocker there. Agent Smith would be sipping code-laced martinis in the front row if movie villains had a VIP section. The Matrix franchise’s resident menace didn’t just fight Neo; he haunted him. Cold. Calculated. Rocking those tiny sunglasses like a true cyberpunk tyrant.

Reeves made the revelation during a Q&a with IGN after a John Wick: Chapter 4 screening and the crowd ate it up. Because let’s be real: Agent Smith wasn’t just a villain. He was a virus. A rage-fueled, reality-bending glitch in the system who multiplied like bad WiFi and made Neo’s life an absolute nightmare.

With the Super Bowl just around the corner, excitement is building not only for the game itself but for the highly anticipated commercials that will light up the screen. Every year, movie studios and streaming services unleash their biggest trailers during this big game, knowing the audience’s anticipation to catch a glimpse of the biggest commercials of the year.

While the game and half-time show certainly bring excitement, it’s those sneak peeks at upcoming movies that truly have viewers on the edge.

A still from The Studio trailer | Credit: Apple TV+

However, before the Super Bowl hits the screen, Seth Rogan’s new Apple TV’s fake Super Bowl trailer is making rounds on the internet for its trailer within trailer tricks. In the Apple TV+ trailer of The Studio, Seth Rogan is a newly appointed head of a fictional movie. The trailer follows him and his team...

2003’s overlooked animated anthology movie The Animatrix only added to the legend of Carrie-Anne Moss’ character Trinity established by the live-action Matrix films. Written and produced by The Wachowskis for online release immediately after The Matrix Reloaded and before The Matrix Revolutions, The Animatrix features nine non-chronological animated shorts directed by some of the franchise creators’ favorite anime filmmakers.

Two of the shorts, in particular, focus on Trinity’s backstory, making her even cooler than when she appeared on the big screen in the original live-action Matrix trilogy. “A Detective Story” serves up the kind of coded messages and escapology the feature films lead you to expect from Trinity. Her minor role in “Kid’s Story”, meanwhile, portrays her hero status almost on a par with Neo.

The Animatrix’s “A Detective Story” Shows How Big Of A Threat Trinity Was To The Machines She Was Impossible To Catch And...

From the messianic Neo to the nefarious Agent Smith, the Wachowskis created some of the most iconic characters ever to grace the silver screen for The Matrix franchise. The Matrix has become a staple of science fiction; terms like “The One” and “red pill” have entered the pop culture lexicon. It’s both a thought-provoking meditation on human existence and artificial intelligence, and a poignant religious allegory about a “chosen one” figure with impostor syndrome. As with any classic movie, part of what makes The Matrix so timeless is that its characters are so compelling and three-dimensional.

Not every character in The Matrix franchise is well-written and well-developed. Characters like the Keymaker and the Trainman exist purely to facilitate the plot. The Architect speaks exclusively in nonsensical hypotheticals and sounds like he carries around a thesaurus. But most of the characters in this ensemble are fascinating figures played by great actors,...

Last April, we learned that The Martian writer and The Cabin in the Woods director Drew Goddard had been tapped to helm a new Matrix movie for Warner Bros. Discovery.

Rumours of a reboot or spin-off have persisted for years, and while we don't know which category this one will fall into, this could mark a return to form for the franchise.

The Matrix was released in 1999 to widespread acclaim, with The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions following in 2003. They didn't receive anywhere near as warm a response as the original, and Lana returned to the property (minus Lilly) in 2021 for The Matrix Resurrections. That once again struggled to strike a chord with fans and was widely deemed a disappointment.

There's currently no word on whether original Matrix leads Keanu Reeves, Carrie Anne-Moss, Laurence Fishburne, and Hugo Weaving will be involved in any way, but a new rumour claims...

Last April, we heard the exciting news: Drew Goddard, known for The Martian and The Cabin in the Woods, was chosen to direct a new Matrix film for Warner Bros. Discovery. Fans have speculated about a reboot or spin-off for years, and this project might finally deliver.

The original Matrix movie, released in 1999, was a massive hit. Its sequels, The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions, both came out in 2003 but didn’t capture the same enthusiasm. In 2021, Lana Wachowski returned (without Lilly) to direct The Matrix Resurrections, but it also struggled with fans.

We still don’t know if original stars like Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss, Laurence Fishburne, or Hugo Weaving will join this new venture. However, a rumor from @MyTimeToShineH (via the Sff Gazette) suggests that Ariana Grande could be one of the leads in Goddard’s Matrix. This would be a big leap for Grande, especially after her praised role in Wicked.

The Matrix is one of the most popular and widely beloved sci-fi properties of all time, but even the most dedicated of fans can admit that it has its fair share of plot holes. As the sequels continued to expand this universe from the rich, self-contained narrative of the Wachowskis’ original film, the inconsistencies more and more evident. While none of these plot holes actually ruin The Matrix, there’s no denying that they’re hard to overcome. While there were only three Matrix movies for almost 20 years, the franchise returned with Resurrections and will now continue with the upcoming Matrix 5

Although The Matrix Resurrections was panned by critics, Matrix already had a complicated history with sequels. Neither Reloaded nor Revolutions were as well-received as the original film, with both sequels having way more problems than the first installments. By expanding the franchise's lore, the Matrix sequels took some big risks,...

It's been nearly a year since we first learned of plans for Drew Goddard to write and direct a new Matrix movie. Rumours of a reboot or spin-off have persisted for years (the prequel starring Michael B. Jordan as a young Morpheus never came to fruition) but we've heard very little about this effort since it was announced by Warner Bros. Discovery.

Goddard, best known for writing The Martian and directing The Cabin in the Woods (he also worked on Netflix's Daredevil and the unmade Sinister Six movie for Sony Pictures), will have a helping hand from franchise co-creator Lana Wachowski who has boarded the project as an executive producer.

Yesterday, Will Smith shared a cryptic Instagram post addressing his now-infamous decision to pass on the role of Neo in 1999's The Matrix to instead star in Wild Wild West.

The Oscar-winner shared a brief video with a Matrix-style message reading,...

A new report has poured cold water on the speculation that King Richard and Bad Boys: Ride or Die star Will Smith is involved with the next Matrix movie. The actor famously turned down the chance to play the lead character Neo in the original 1999 The Matrix film, with the role eventually going to Keanu Reeves.

Drew Goddard (The Martian) is attached to write and direct the Matrix franchise's fifth movie installment, and sources confirmed to Variety that Smith is not involved with the project. The rumor of the Academy Award-winning actor's involvement began on Monday after he posted a cryptic message on his Instagram recalling his rejection of the Neo role. Smith's post, which he writes in third person, reads, "In 1997, the Wachowskis offered Will Smith the role of Neo in 'The Matrix.' Smith turned it down. He chose Wild Wild West, believing it was a better...

Gold Derby’s top news stories for Jan. 6, 2025. A Real Pain comes to Hulu

One day after winning a Golden Globe, Searchlight Pictures’ A Real Pain now has a real plan for streaming. The dramedy film from writer-director-producer-actor Jesse Eisenberg, which won the Globe for supporting player Kieran Culkin, is coming to Hulu on Thursday, Jan. 16. Hulu and Searchlight — formerly Fox Searchlight — are both owned by Disney, so Hulu has become the home of a number of Searchlight titles, also including Poor Things, Kinds of Kindness, and Nightbitch.

A Real Pain made its first splash at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, where Eisenberg won the Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award. Since being picked up by Searchlight and released to general audiences in November, the film has been named one of the top 10 films of the year by the American Film Institute and received a long string of plaudits for Culkin. In addition to the Globe,...

Will Smith will not be joining Warner Bros. and director Drew Goddard in a new Matrix movie for the studio, insiders tell The Hollywood Reporter.

That leaves open a mystery Smith sparked on Monday with a cryptic Instagram post noting how Smith passed on the starring role of Neo in the original 1999 sci-fi epic The Matrix, directed by Lana Wachowski and Lilly Wachowski.

The Instagram post — featuring Matrix-style computer font — stated: “In 1997, the Wachowski’s offered Will Smith the role of Neo in The Matrix. Smith turned it down. He chose Wild Wild West, believing it was a better fit for him at the time. But the question remains: What would The Matrix have been like with Will Smith as Neo? Wake up, Will… The Matrix has you…”

The Matrix went on to be a generation-defining hit, while Barry Sonnenfeld’s Wild Wild West was beaten up by critics...

Last April, Warner Bros. Discovery announced that Drew Goddard had been tapped to write and direct a new Matrix movie. Rumours of a reboot or spin-off have persisted for years, and while we don't know which category this project will fall into, the news excited fans of the franchise.

Goddard, best known for writing The Martian and directing The Cabin in the Woods (he also worked on Daredevil and Sony Pictures unmade Sinister Six movie), will be joined by franchise co-creator Lana Wachowski as executive producer.

Today, the question on everyone's lips is whether the movie will star Will Smith...as Neo?!

The Oscar-winner famously passed on the role to instead star in Wild Wild West. As a result, Keanu Reeves was cast as the iconic character and the rest, as they say, is history. However, a reboot could change things.

On Instagram - via SFFGazette.com - Smith shared...

Will Smith may be choosing between the red and blue pill, but the Oscar-winning actor isn’t entering the Matrix for a movie.

Warner Bros. previously announced a fifth “Matrix” installment with “The Martian” screenwriter Drew Goddard attached to write and direct, but knowledgable sources confirmed to Variety that Smith (at least at this point) isn’t involved in the film franchise.

Speculation started on Monday after Smith posted a cryptic message on Instagram, recalling his decision to pass on the starring role of Neo (which eventually went to Keanu Reeves) in Lana or Lilly Wachowski’s seminal 1999 sci-fi epic “The Matrix.”

“In 1997, the Wachowskis offered Will Smith the role of Neo in ‘The Matrix.’ Smith turned it down,” his Instagram video, written in third-person, reads. “He chose ‘Wild Wild West,’ believing it was a better fit for him at the time. But the question remains: What would ‘The Matrix...

Before Keanu Reeves landed the role of Neo in The Matrix, it was first offered to Will Smith. While Smith turned down the iconic role, it's now looking like he'll get his chance to star in a Matrix movie after all.

On Instagram, Smith shared a cryptic video that hints at his casting in a Matrix film. The video shows a message being typed that explains the story of Smith's near-casting in The Matrix, which he regrettably missed out on after choosing to star in the heavily-panned Wild Wild West instead. Hinting that fans will soon see what it would be like if Smith had accepted the part, the post concludes with a message that notes, "Wake up, Will..." Check it out below.

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One of the best and most underrated action movies of this year has now landed on Netflix. Director George Miller returns to the guzzoline-seeking post-apocalypse of Mad Max for the prequel, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, which is now available to stream on the platform. And it’s certainly worth checking out as we head into the new year.

Directed and produced by George Miller, who wrote the screenplay with Nico Lathouris, Furiosa explores a previously unseen time in the world of Mad Max. Starring Anya Taylor-Joy as the titular apocalyptic warrior (taking over from Charlize Theron’s stellar turn in Mad Max: Fury Road) and Chris Hemsworth as the villainous warlord Dementus, the rest of the cast includes Tom Burke, Alyla Browne (The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart), Lachy Hulme (The Matrix Revolutions), and Nathan Jones (Mad Max: Fury Road). Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga is available to stream on Netflix now,...

Now that The Matrix 5 is confirmed to be in the works, it’s the perfect time for another animated spinoff movie in the style of The Animatrix. In April 2024, Warner Bros. officially announced that The Matrix 5 was in development. The studio was impressed by a pitch from The Cabin in the Woods’ Drew Goddard, who’s attached to write and direct the new movie. This will be the first Matrix movie not to be directed by either of the Wachowski sisters, although Lana Wachowski is on board as an executive producer, so she’ll help guide the vision.

There’s no word yet on whether Keanu Reeves will reprise his role as Neo in The Matrix 5, but The Matrix saga will continue on the big screen in some form. Whether it’s a direct continuation of the main storyline or a spinoff following a new cast of Matrix characters, there...

Although the wait between the first and second Back to the Future movies was torturous for some, fans didn't have to wait long for Back to the Future Part III (and for good reason). The popular, acclaimed franchise, created by Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale, follows Michael J. Fox's Marty McFly and Christopher Lloyd's Doc Brown, an unlikely time-traveling duo. Over the course of the three movies, Marty and Doc find themselves in various precarious situations, whether in the past, present, or future. In Back to the Future Part III, Marty and Doc travel to 1885.

Following the ending of Back to the Future Part II, Back to the Future Part III picks up right where the previous movie left off with Marty working to save Doc, who gets trapped in 1885. However, once he gets there, Marty realizes returning home with Doc will be more complicated than previously thought.

The Matrix has taken a break from science fiction in a new concept video. The beloved 1999 action movie has proven to have immense cultural influence, including Keanu Reeves' rise to prominence and the concept of a flawed simulation. The franchise has since enjoyed multiple sequels and several shorts. Each provides more insight into the complex and pre-existing world of Neo's horrifying reality. All the while, it continues to build on the established lore of the universe by remaining in familiar settings.

A new video, however, shies away from those typical settings. In fan footage generated by YouTuber Jae Kingsley, the post-apocalyptic wasteland is converted into a traditional Western:

The video is modeled off of The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (1966), and it features each major Matrix star in Western gear. There are still typical Wachowski-style slow-motion fights, though the characters also have standoffs with guns and lounge in taverns.

The sequels to The Matrix were never universally liked, but they were never bad, and the original film shows why. The ranking of every movie in The Matrix franchise is fairly easy: the original stands well above the rest. After three additional movies and 25 years, none of the Wachowski sisters' films have managed to recapture the magic that made the first so special. The sequels to The Matrix certainly aren't as good as the original, but they've also received a much harsher backlash than they deserve. The Matrix Reloaded, The Matrix Revolutions, and The Matrix Resurrections aren't bad, and The Matrix proves it.

A big reason the sequels to The Matrix were so controversial is because the original movie was so beloved. The Matrix introduced sci-fi fans to a world unlike any other in film, and it had such limitless potential that its sequels could have gone in any conceivable direction.

Without a doubt, one of the highlights of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is the appearance of Keanu Reeves — albeit in the form of Sonic's number one rival, Shadow the Hedgehog. While working with the renowned action movie star, Sonic franchise writers Josh Miller and Pat Casey couldn't resist slipping in a few homages to Reeves' past projects — but one reference in particular didn't quite make the cut.

Reeves has previously appeared as the star of two major franchises even before his transformation into the ultimate lifeform: the Matrix trilogy and the seemingly never-ending John Wick series. With such an impressive resume, it's no wonder that Miller and Casey wanted to reference these iconic works. Speaking to CinemaBlend, the writers discussed the two Easter eggs they managed to pull off — as well as the one they didn't.

"It didn't make the movie, but we were definitely tempted to [ask], 'Is there...

For those wondering if Shrek is available on Netflix or any other streaming services, they'll be glad to know the animated fairy tale is easy to watch, rent, and buy. Since Shrek premiered in 2001, the Shrek franchise has continued to dominate the box office and award ceremonies, with even the lesser Shrek and Puss In Boots movies still standing above a lot of other animated children's movies. There's even a case to be made that Shrek 2 and Puss In Boots: The Last Wish are better movies than the original, a testament to the strength of the story.

That's not to say that the first Shrek has somehow not aged well. The DreamWorks hit movie still has an 88% on Rotten Tomatoes, and it earned $489 million at the box office (via BoxOfficeMojo). Shrek basically set the tone for the modern animated movie. After Shrek, even animated movies aimed strictly at kids seemed smarter and more knowing,...

The Matrix introduces a deluge of lore when it comes to the franchise's simulation that houses most of humanity's minds, but the movies do provide everything that needs to be known to fully comprehend how the Matrix actually works and how it came to be in existence. Many of the most important scenes in the Matrix movies revolve around a huge twist or moment concerning the sprawling simulation in question. The larger narrative can be difficult to follow due to the complex worldbuilding, so it can take more than a single viewing for the saga to make complete sense.

The Matrix movies' biggest appeal is the digital world in which the action tends to unfold. Although 2003's The Matrix Revolutions decided to focus more on the Real World, 2021's The Matrix Resurrections restored the series' focus on the franchise's titular setting. The saga is a strong allegory for the Christian faith,...

A 2009 martial arts movie produced by the Wachowskis is performing well during its run on streaming. The Wachowskis made their directorial debut with the crime thriller Bound in 1996, after penning the screenplay for 1995 Sylvester Stallone movie Assassins. But the siblings shot to global fame when they wrote and directed the 1999 science fiction action film The Matrix starring Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss, Laurence Fishburne, and Hugo Weaving. The movie was met with widespread critical acclaim, and is considered a modern classic, as well as one of the greatest and most influential science-fiction films ever made.

Following the unexpected success of The Matrix, the duo wrote and directed The Matrix Reloaded, and The Matrix Revolutions (both 2003), as well as expanding The Matrix franchise in the realm of video games and animation. Branching out from the series, they also wrote dystopian action movie V For Vendetta, as well as making sports action-comedy Speed Racer,...

Will Ferrell is a happy elf.

The Elf star recently reflected on the enduring legacy of his holiday classic more than 20 years after its release in November 2003, saying he felt grateful that the Jon Favreau-directed comedy has cemented itself as a bonafide Christmas rewatch staple.

“It’s really quite special,” the Will & Harper star and producer told People in a new interview. “I mean, it continues to grow by leaps and bounds, and it continues to kind of entrench itself as kind of a holiday classic for people. I’m so lucky to have a movie like that in my catalog.”

The comedian noted that the film “really means so much to so many people,” adding that he’s been approached by fans who tell him that they rewatch the movie even in the off-season, like July 4.

“So that’s what’s so great about what I get to do,...

Viewers can watch all of the Matrix movies online. It has been 20 years since The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions both hit theaters in 2003, and for most of that time, many were convinced another entry in the film franchise would never be made. Yet, the world of the Matrix was always there, waiting to be re-entered with The Matrix Resurrections in 2021.

As divisive as both prior Matrix sequels were, it's fair to say that the expectations and hype going into The Matrix Resurrections were still high, with those who loved the original movie hoping for the franchise to be redeemed. Back along for the ride were Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Ann Moss, reprising Neo and Trinity, respectively, although Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is taking over as Morpheus. The original trilogy was already a fairly dense story undertaking, but fans who want to relive the entire quartet they can stream the Matrix movies at home,...

The Matrix is headed to a new streaming home just after celebrating its 25th anniversary in theaters.

Per Paramount+, 1999's The Matrix starring Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss, Laurence Fishburne, and Hugo Weaving is officially making its move to the streaming platform beginning December 1. Although The Matrix is available through a number of different outlets already, this marks the first time that fans of Paramount+ will be able to watch the film via their favorite platform.

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1999's The Matrix was written and directed by The Wachowskis and starred Reeves as Thomas A. Anderson, an unassuming computer programmer who becomes embroiled in a world of digital fantasies and post-apocalyptic horror upon discovering the existence of The Matrix, not to mention...

Neo’s Epic Transformation In The Matrix (Photo Credit – Netflix)

Keanu Reeves’ most mind-blowing scene as Neo in The Matrix didn’t just change the game—it ended it for the sequels. That moment when he transformed into “The One”? It’s absolute cinematic gold. But here’s the kicker: it was so good it left the rest of the trilogy scrambling to keep up.

Back in 1999, The Matrix wasn’t just a movie; it was a full-on revolution. Mind-melting ideas, insane action, and visuals that made jaws drop—it had it all. Everyone was hooked. Then came that moment, Neo’s significant upgrade and it felt like the universe had shifted. It turns out that it also moved the franchise straight into an impossible-to-follow territory.

It all boils down to that showdown. Remember? Neo is racing across the simulation to escape the Agents, desperately trying to reach a phone.

Agent Smith is the best bad guy in The Matrix and one of the most iconic sci-fi movie villains ever, but he isn't always played by the same actor. Although Smith is in every Matrix movie, he gradually transforms as the series progresses. The character creates a common thread throughout the franchise and serves as the nemesis to Keanu Reeves' Thomas "Neo" Anderson and the other Matrix escapees. Not every actor who inherits the job adds something new to Agent Smith, as the man who originated the role did such a great job that he is often deemed worthy of imitation.

Agent Smith is a sentient computer program, otherwise known as a Program in The Matrix, but he eventually becomes a Virus. This category of characters is largely restricted to the digital world, but Smith goes far beyond being a traditional Program. Although Smith begins the saga as a loyal servant to the Matrix,...

From prophesied saviors to sentient computer programs, The Matrix is filled with interesting characters of various descriptions, but the sci-fi franchise wasted one of its best figures by confining them to the saga's worst entry. Certain characters feature only briefly in the Matrix but leave a lasting impact, whereas others make their mark by featuring heavily as main characters. The figure in question is an odd blend of those two categories, and their return in other The Matrix movies further down the line could have been incredibly rewarding.

The ending of the original Matrix trilogy brought the initial era of the beloved sci-fi franchise to its conclusion. Although it's not one of the most consistent movie trilogies of all time, it still manages to tell an epic post-apocalyptic tale about the resilience of the human spirit. The 2021 legacy sequel, The Matrix Resurrections, didn't do particularly well at the box office or with critics.

The Matrix Resurrections featured the shocking comeback of a franchise villain thought to be vanquished at the end of The Maxtrix's original trilogy, but the original actor's absence from the 2021 legacy sequel resulted in a bizarrely piecemeal portrayal. Although the Matrix franchise is filled with bad guys, there's one that stands out as the series' best by far. While he does feature in the Resurrections, the script was forced to include a complex and arguably confusing way to allow for his return alongside Keanu Reeves' Thomas "Neo" Anderson.

The Matrix Resurrections' cast is a blend of old and new faces, as it's set 60 years after the events of the original trilogy. Carrie-Anne Moss was one of the only original actors to return to the franchise alongside Reeves. The movie makes it seem like the original plan was to have other stars reprise their respective roles, but the characters have been...

The Matrix Revolutions brought the epic sci-fi movie trilogy to its conclusion, and although the film had a thrilling ending, most of the story fell victim to a really confusing choice made by the Wachowskis. Released just six months after The Matrix Reloaded, both 2003 movies act as part one and part two of what is essentially one big story - even if 1999's The Matrix was what laid the foundation for its next two successors. Revolutions marked the end of the original Matrix trilogy, but it didn't do the job all that well.

A fourth franchise movie has now been made, with 2021's The Matrix Resurrections serving as a legacy sequel to the first three films. The confirmation of The Matrix 5 means the saga will expand, so every The Matrix movie will be part of an even larger narrative. Hopefully, when the upcoming sequel is released, it will hopefully avoid...

Keanu Reeves wasn't the Wachowskis' first choice to play The Matrix's main protagonist, and if the original actor hadn't turned down the role, it would have afforded them a specific career opportunity. Confirmation of The Matrix 5 means Neo will be one of Reeves' most-reprised roles, so it's clear that casting him as the sci-fi franchise's leading man was the right move. Not only that, Thomas "Neo" Anderson remains one of Keanu Reeves' best characters, so long after his debut as the iconic figure. There's no guarantee that the role's first-choice actor would have afforded the saga such success.

Despite the seemingly finite ending of the original Matrix trilogy, the production of two legacy sequels proves how beloved the franchise still is. Although Reeves wasn't the only reason for the sci-fi saga's triumph, he was a big part of what made it all come together. However, if things had gone a little differently,...

The first three Matrix films changed action movies forever and made characters like Neo, Trinity, and Morpheus pop culture icons. However, the fourth Matrix film was not as well received as the first three entries in the franchise. Therefore, The Matrix 5 needs to recapture the magic of the original. While not much is known about the upcoming fifth Matrix movie, Drew Goddard, who has previously written and directed films such as The Cabin in the Woods and Bad Times at the El Royale, will write and direct the film.

After the disappointing The Matrix Resurrections, the fifth Matrix film must successfully bring back the most important part of the series. While most would assume that the inclusion of Keanu Reeves' Neo is essential to the success of The Matrix 5, that is not the case. In actuality, The Matrix 5 simply needs to recapture the magic of the original three films by including outstanding action scenes.

Johnny Depp was once one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, known for his iconic role in films like Pirates of the Caribbean, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and Edward Scissorhands. While his unique acting style and humor made him a household name, it was not until the highly publicized defamation trial against his ex-wife, Amber Heard. The prosecution not only brought a sharp downturn to his critically acclaimed career, but the fallout in his personal life also led to significant professional downfalls, losing his roles at the Disney and WB franchises.

Looking back at the actor’s career, he has contributed significantly to the industry.

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Over two decades ago, the industry delivered a masterpiece in sci-fi. Starring Keanu Reeves, The Matrix established a new world of order in the film and television industry, grossing $1.79 billion worldwide from all four chapters- The Matrix,...

After playing such an integral role in The Matrix, Tank (Marcus Chong) didnt appear in either of the sequels, The Matrix Reloaded or The Matrix Revolutions, with many viewers wondering why. As the operator of the Nebuchadnezzar, Tank plays a pretty crucial role on the team in the first movie, making his disappearance surprising. That's especially true due to the fact Tank was one of the few Nebuchadnezzar crew members to even survive Cypher's betrayal of his comrades. In 2003's The Matrix Reloaded and Revolutions, Tank is instead replaced by his brother-in-law, Link (Harold Perrineau Jr).

Its explained in-universe that Tank died sometime after the first Matrix movie, though no cause is given. Its a simple explanation hiding a complicated behind-the-scenes story. The real reason Tank didnt come back for the admittedly quite divisive Matrix sequels was a conflict between actor Marcus Chong and the producers. Said conflict got incredibly heated,...

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In 1990, the Back to the Future franchise avoided a major trilogy problem that other series often fall victim to. Back to the Future has been widely considered one of the best movies of all time, ever since it was released in 1985. Not only is the original film widely regarded as a classic, its two sequels have also been heavily praised in the decades since they were released. The quality of the Back to the Future franchise is so high that it even avoided a very common problem sequels often run into.

There are very few sequels that can live up to the movie they're following, and even fewer sequels are more famous than the original film. While Back to the Future's sequels didn't manage to outshine the original, they did manage to beat several other notable franchises. In fact, Back to the Future's sequels are notable in their own right,...

Theres a version of this review that explores how we didnt appreciate Lana and Lilly Wachowski's genius at the time, and, in hindsight, The Matrix entered the zeitgeist at the perfect time in film history. In 1999, the film was a smashing success. In the following years, viewers locked into the detailed lore that evaded causal audiences and a deep love for the film evolved into a fandom.

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Director Lilly Wachowski, Lana WachowskiRelease Date March 31, 1999Writers Lilly Wachowski, Lana WachowskiCast Gloria Foster, Hugo Weaving, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Joe Pantoliano, Keanu ReevesRating RRuntime 136 minutesGenres Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure Buy on Apple TV+Rent on Apple TV+Buy on Apple TV+Rent on Apple TV+Buy on Apple TV+Rent on Apple TV+Buy on Apple TV+Rent on Apple TV+Buy on Apple TV+Rent on Apple TV+Buy on Prime VideoRent on Prime VideoBuy on Prime VideoRent on...

There has been a longstanding theory about what the story of The Matrix 5 should be, and while this story is an exciting idea, it has already been told within the franchise. The world of The Matrix is absolutely massive, with there being an endless amount of stories to tell in future movies and spinoff projects. After spending four films chronicling the stories of Neo and Trinity, many fans have begun to speculate on what could come next from the franchise, with one perfect story for The Matrix 5 having already been told many years ago.

The original The Matrix trilogy contains one of the most popular sci-fi stories of all time, and after the franchise ended with The Matrix Revolutions, many wondered what would come next for the series. After 18 years, that question was finally answered with the legacy sequel The Matrix Resurrections. However, The Matrix Resurrections was critically divisive and a box office bomb,...

The Matrix is making a return to the big screen this week as a part of the film's 25th anniversary celebration. A new teaser trailer has also been released to promote the movie's theatrical return.

The Matrix returning to theaters is the result of a collaboration between Fathom Events, Ingisnis Pictures, and Warner Bros. The movie will be screening on Sept. 19 and Sept. 22 with the release coming 25 years after The Matrix initially debuted in 1999. Fans may want to act fast, as the 25th anniversary screenings are limited to two dates, and the window is closing for the chance to catch the film on the big screen for the special occasion.

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Keanu Reeves has been a household name in Hollywood even before the rise of the John Wick saga. He was a cultural icon in the ‘90s and continued to be one of the most in-demand actors at the turn of the century. Then, come 2014, and the sleeper hit neo-noir action movie that we all know became his legacy.

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The Matrix has released a 25th anniversary trailer ahead of its upcoming theatrical re-release. The 1999 science-fiction film became a cultural phenomenon and launched a franchise, including the sequels The Matrix Reloaded, The Matrix Revolutions, and The Matrix Resurrections. Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss, Laurence Fishburne, Hugo Weaving, and the rest of The Matrix's cast are forever associated with their iconic characters.

A trailer has now debuted for The Matrix's 25th anniversary, with the re-release playing in select theaters through Fathom Events on September 19 and September 22.

The trailer features The Matrix Resurrections star Jessica Henwick discussing the enduring impact of the original film alongside some of the story's most iconic scenes, including Neo (Reeves) choosing between the red and the blue pill, dodging bullets, and training with Trinity (Moss) and Morpheus (Fishburne).

The Matrix Needs To Be Seen In Theaters It Is Made For The Big Screen.

While The Matrix franchise has had numerous sequels,...